By Tunde Ojudun
On Monday, December 1, 2025, the Kirikiri Lighter Terminal (KLT) Command of the Nigeria Customs Service hosted a vibrant send-forth ceremony in honour of Assistant Comptroller General (ACG) E.J. Edelduok, marking her recent appointment to the Service’s management team.
The event, held at the Command headquarters, was graced by senior Customs officials, representatives of sister agencies, maritime industry stakeholders, and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate a leader whose tenure left a lasting impact.
In her opening remarks, Deputy Comptroller Adedokun described ACG Edelduok as a disciplined administrator and consummate professional, commending her for driving operational excellence and fostering robust stakeholder collaboration.
During her time as Customs Area Controller of KLT, ACG Edelduok was widely acclaimed for:
– Streamlining cargo clearance processes
– Strengthening partnerships within the oil and gas sector
– Prioritizing staff development and welfare
Speakers praised her leadership style—marked by a balance of firmness and empathy—and expressed confidence in her ability to deliver even greater value in her new role.
A citation presented in her honour highlighted a distinguished career spanning several strategic roles within the Nigeria Customs Service, underscoring her dedication to national service.
In her remarks, ACG Edelduok expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Comptroller-General and management team for their trust, and to the officers and stakeholders of KLT for their unwavering support. She emphasized that the Command’s achievements were the result of collective effort, professionalism, and a shared vision for national development.
She reaffirmed her commitment to upholding the values of diligence, integrity, and excellence in her new capacity, pledging to advance the Service’s mission and enhance trade facilitation in line with global best practices.
The ceremony featured the cutting of a commemorative cake, group photographs, and an atmosphere of celebration as colleagues and partners paid tribute to a career defined by purpose and impact.
As ACG Edelduok embarks on her new assignment, the KLT Command remains inspired by her legacy and confident in her continued success at the highest levels of the Nigeria Customs Service.